Open for Summer Plan
Alberta’s Open for Summer Plan is a three-stage road map to lifting health restrictions and safely getting back to normal as vaccine targets are met. Based on current numbers, the province will enter Stage 1 on June 1.
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Stage 1: Two weeks after 50 per cent of Albertans age 12-plus have received at least one dose of vaccine and COVID-19 hospitalizations are below 800 and declining. - We are here.
- Stage 2: Two weeks after 60 per cent of Albertans age 12-plus have received at least one dose of vaccine and COVID-19 hospitalizations are below 500 and declining.
- Stage 3: Two weeks after 70 per cent of Albertans age 12-plus have received at least one dose of vaccine.
Quarantine changes
Quarantine rules have changed for asymptomatic close contacts who are partially or fully vaccinated.
Government of Canada to reimburse self-employed workers who repaid the CERB
Self-employed workers who applied for the CERB and would have qualified based on their gross income are not required to repay the benefit, provided they also met all other eligibility criteria. The Government of Canada announced further details on how this approach will be applied. Read more.
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Want to know what else happened that you need to know?
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OHS New and Updated Resources
Changes to Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) have been posted in relation to changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program regarding COVID-19.
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Alberta Jobs Now Program
The Alberta Jobs Now program will provide up to $370 million for unemployed and underemployed Albertans. Employers can now apply at alberta.ca/jobsnow for a grant that covers 25 percent of an employee’s salary for a 52-week period up to a maximum of $25,000 per employee. The grant can be used to cover salary or training costs. Employers who hire persons with disabilities will receive a grant 1.5 times higher than the amount they receive for other new employees. Read more about eligibility and how to apply.
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SME Relaunch Grant Extended to provide additional relief for Alberta businesses
Application intake for the spring 2021 payment from Alberta’s small business grant has been extended to June 30. The Small and Medium Enterprise Relaunch Grant (SMERG) offers financial assistance to Alberta businesses, cooperatives and non-profit organizations with fewer than 500 employees that have faced restrictions or closures due to COVID-related public health orders, and have experienced revenue losses of at least 30 per cent. Eligible organizations will receive a payment of up to $10,000, which follows the previous intake that provided up to $20,000. Funds can be used as business owners see fit.
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Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF) still accepting applications
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Fuelling Our Business Community |
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Business Awards Nomination Package Deadline Soon |
Nominated Business will have received a link to nomination packages. Deadline to complete is Monday June 21, 2021.
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Social Media Conference Series |
There will be speakers leading each session, including a few of our local experts and business owners who are taking their social media to the next level. Speakers will lead attendees through a gradually more complex view of social media, the various platforms, and their tools and features. Starting with the basics and ending with the technical insights and the inspiration to apply them! Register Now.
June 8 - Social Media: The Basics with Jo(e) Social Media Inc.
June 22 - Social Media: partnerships, Collaborations, and Influencers with Local Expert Panel
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June 15 - Social Media: Quality Content with Local Expert Panel
June 29 - Social Media: Tech Tips and Trends with David Papp
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Chambers Plan - More than just benefits
Do you have employees in remote areas or with no family doctor? Do you find employees require half of their work day or more to visit a doctor? Chambers plan can help, Learn more.
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QResponse
QResponse is a QR Code system that helps with online ordering, virtual waitlists, and contract tracing. Learn more.
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Medalta is excited to announce their first virtual exhibitions of the 2020/2021 Medalta International Artist in Residence Program. The four artists have spent the last 12 months working towards the showcase, undaunted by the uncertainty of the Covid-19 Pandemic. These artists typically come from all over the world to the program, while this year, travel restrictions made that more difficult. The following shows are available for 3D viewing on Medalta’s website, along with more information about each artist and their shows until July 3rd: Art Exhibitions Archives
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Celebrating JazzFest's 25th Anniversary from June 21 to 27 |
JazzFest has an exciting line-up of musicians from around the globe, including Cuba, Holland, the USA and Canada, to present online! If provincial regulations allow for in person performances by the end of June, JazzFest will be working to add live events to the week. Get your free festival pass
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Major Skills Shortages Expected Over Next Three Years
In a recent survey conducted by the Alberta Chambers of Commerce (ACC) network, valuable data provided insights regarding skills, training, and the labour market. Read more.
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Canadian Chamber supports the ‘Faster, Together’ campaign
Faster, Together. has created a warehouse of free creative assets that partner organizations can access in order to help support vaccine confidence among their staff, colleagues, friends and communities. Learn more
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What are your top priorities for Alberta's reopening? We want to hear from you! |
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Women in Business Summit: Empowering an Inclusive Recovery
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Succession Planning: Taxation and Legal Considerations |
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Big Data, Blockchain and the Digitalization of Energy |
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Will you be visiting a patio this week?
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